Real Talk on Leading, Retaining, Growing, & Starting Before You’re Ready with Dr. Jana Haywood #151

Episode 151

Dr. Jana Haywood drops truth and strategy for every aspiring leader, burned-out teacher, and game-changing educator ready to make a move. From tackling the teacher shortage to rethinking onboarding, Dr. Haywood shares how authentic relationships, daily visibility, and intentional leadership can transform your school culture—and your career.

We dig into:

Why building culture starts with your body language
How to retain great teachers through daily connection and recognition
The power of student ambassadors in onboarding new staff
What “do the job before you get the job” really looks like
Why you don’t need to feel 100% ready to lead—and how to move anyway

Whether you're eyeing your next leadership step or looking for ways to support and retain your staff, this convo will leave you fired up and full of actionable takeaways.

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Real Talk on Leading, Retaining, Growing, & Starting Before You’re Ready with Dr. Jana Haywood #151